Apprentice carpenter Jobs in Collingwood, ON

Essential Functions:

• Assist licensed tradespersons in troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment.
• Participate in preventative maintenance activities on production equipment and facility systems.
• Learn to diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation-related issues.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of motors, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, sensors, robots, and associated equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Support emergency breakdown response activities
• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation accurately.
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Attend required apprenticeship training and progress through apprenticeship levels.
• Follow all safety procedures and company standards.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Reliability and Continuous Improvement Responsibilities:

• Learn and participate in Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities.
• Assist in identifying chronic equipment failures and recurring downtime issues.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5 Why investigations, and corrective action activities.
• Support condition-based maintenance inspections including vibration, temperature, lubrication, and visual equipment checks.
• Learn precision maintenance practices including alignment, torque control, lubrication excellence, and equipment inspections.
• Assist in maintaining accurate asset history and work order documentation within SAP PM or CMMS systems.
• Participate in equipment reliability improvement projects aimed at reducing technical downtime and increasing plant yield.
• Develop an understanding of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and how maintenance activities impact production performance.
• Support defect elimination initiatives and continuous improvement projects across the plant.
• Build technical skills in PLC troubleshooting, automation systems, sensors, drives, and industrial controls under supervision.

Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:

• Safety Focus
• Learning Agility
• Teamwork & Collaboration

Qualifications Required:

• Registered Ontario Apprentice (433A Millwright or 442A Industrial Electrician).
• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial maintenance
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts including days and nights.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Must maintain apprenticeship registration with Skilled Trades Ontario.

Career Progression:

• Successful completion of apprenticeship requirements may lead to qualification as:
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) - 433A
• Industrial Electrician – 442A